Quincy SD 172

District Overview
Serving the community of Quincy, Illinois, Quincy School District 172 operates as a vibrant, traditional public school system situated in a remote town setting within the larger regional metropolitan area. Headquartered at 1416 Maine Street, the district manages nine active operational schools that deliver a seamless educational pathway spanning from prekindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Currently educating 6,264 students across its system, the district maintains well-balanced grade-level cohorts across its early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school facilities, ensuring inclusive and comprehensive learning opportunities tailored to every stage of student growth.

Behind the district's academic programming is a robust, well-rounded workforce comprising over 2,250 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 783 classroom teachers, 139 instructional aides, and more than 1,330 specialized support staff personnel, cultivating a rich learning environment backed by strong individual guidance and operational support. Reflecting a dynamic student body of diverse backgrounds and talents, Quincy School District 172 remains committed to fostering academic achievement and holistic development. Families, students, and researchers interested in learning more about the district's active programs and community initiatives are encouraged to visit their website at www.qps.org.
9
Total Schools
6,264
Total Students
783.4
Full-Time Teachers
8.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Quincy SD 172
Demographic Student Count
White4,623
Hispanic311
Black472
Asian53
Two or More791
American Indian8
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    4,623 (73.8%)
  • Two or More
    791 (12.6%)
  • Black
    472 (7.5%)
  • Hispanic
    311 (5.0%)
  • Asian
    53 (0.8%)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Quincy SD 172
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary6
Middle1
High2
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:9
Students:6,264*
Teachers (FTE):783.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.0
Schools in Quincy SD 172
Found 9 Schools